St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-06-25

tIluuSiib oy SOlile " pea ptItiilcHt lOcdl
reflection. Three matters have been
bugs in county Jail; pension vetoeS and
asphalt pavement. 1t is said that some
people like to be mildly sick, in order
to enjoy the eXhilaration of rapid
conValeScence. There are those who
suppose the latent or reserve force of
the aggressive and irrepreSsible mu-
nicipal head attain their most salubrious
activity only by belligerent friction with
other bodies electrically charged. Others
suppose that only sham battles are
fought with the paper wads, and that
mutual but SequeStered hilarity. Is in
cited by the apparent gravity of pop
ular apprehensionS. AT all events the
unpublished town talk of the few
days past has been more than ordinarily
animated, and hinged upon the
local themes so lucidly. Indicated.
There has been no bleed shed,
but warlike hint or two.
In view of the winds of late it is given
out that genius is endeavoring to elab-
crate a theory that by use of a large
funnel, stationed at a favorable point,
enough wind could be Gagged to send
into the states to turn the machinery OF
manufacturers. There is no question as
to the quantity and potency OF the ele-
ment.
A good deal of interest is taken in a
stock show for Cass and Barnes eoun-
ties to open at Tower City next Tues
day. 1t is the finest exhibition OF the
sort ever held in this section, and much
effort is being expended to make it a
success. Liberal premiums are offered,
and, in addition, there will be variety
CT farm machinery.
There has been in this section some
heSitancy i'll taking stock in certain in
corporations through apprehension that
the individual liability might cover eli
tire Indebtedness. One Fargo company
has its nominal headquarters in Moor
head tor this season, SuppoSing the laws
OF Minnesota one more favorable, butan
examination of the Dakota code shows
that the liability extends simply to the
amount of unpaid stock.
So far as can be learned, the contribu-
tors in Fargo TO the Louis lana beneyo-
lenee for the June distribution have re-
ceived $50 for the $1,000 or SO sent
there. This came to syndicate that
invested S200,a dividend of - per cent,
and still the financial current will flow
southwark in wonted volume, even if it
requires shortage i'll church plates or
liquid rationS.
The Loyal subjects of the queen here
failed 10 cable her Tuesday even a God
save and the only recognition of the
day observed was the raising of the
American flag over an Irish saloon or
two, and Il few extra drinks to her health
III London stout.
The Red River Valley Trotting asso-
citation completed its races for the sea-
son at Fargo Thursday, and for new
organization it may claim much credit.
The meeting at Fargo was probably the
best of the three held. and the aSSoeia-
ton may now be regarded as one of the
permanent institutions of the valley. 1t
is expected next year to add to its meet
ings and the prospect is that Dakota viii
be able to enter enough horses of its
own to make the exhibitions interesting.
Special credit is due Col. Benton, tie
president, and Secretary Cole for the
success attained.
Judge Mcconnell this week rendered
4 decision of much general interest in
regard to assessments. In the case of a
banking firm in Trail county it was
alleged that its assessment was greatly
in excess of values, and the county
board reduced the figures returned by
the assessor 0,000.- Judge Mcconnell
holds that the county commissioners
have no right to cut down the figures
reported by the assessors and annulS
the proceedings of the county board.
This will put some thousands of dollars
in the treasury of Trail, and, no doubt,
many other counties. 1t seems to be
new departure. The county board can
equalize, but cannot change the aggre-
gate. 1t is probable the Trail bank
court, but Judge McC0nnell'S decisions
have almost Invariably been sustained
by that body.
Miss Frances Willard, of Chicago, the
president OF the National w. G. T.. o.,
i'll her visit to several towns Of North
Dakota the past week, enthuSed the
local option people to a remarkable eX-
tent by her eloquence. She had very
large audience i'll Fargo and did effect
i've work toward swelling the petitions
to the county board. 1t is said that an
Unexpectedly large number of names
have been secured in FargO-not as pro
llibitionistS, but in order to give the peo-
pie p chance to declare their wishes.
The names of many opposed to prehi-
bitioH have been obtained. in this way,
although it is difficult to see why they
should care to have the matter submitted
when they wish no change. 1t is regard
ed as quite certain that the petitions to
be presented next month will have the
required number of names, but the
board will be found composed of
''doubting ThomaSeS," who may not be
convinced by evidence presented thatfah
the names were really signed by the men
and THAT they are all legal voters.
st Paul has contributed large num-
Der OF brickiayerS for the work on the
new hotel, which is rising rapidly. 1t is
notable that there is a shortage among
/,
Ali through the country, especially in
the smaller towns, there is steady i'm
provement, much more this season than
for several years past. There is not
much speculation in town property, no
fanciful values, but a normal, legitimate
development. Fargo is not likely to have
anything that resembles q boom this
year, but the aggregate OF its improve
mentS will round up in good shape next
fall. The past week there has been
active work to make up the subserip-
ton for the Congregational college, and
it is believed the amount is virtually as
Sured. Still some fear that if the fair
grounds are given up to the college
there will be no grounds for horse races
which some prefer to a college or even
a church.
The interstate commerce measure
does not seem to affect the migrati0nS
of amusement troupeS to Dakota. The
past week the Andrews Comedy com
pany, LiStemann Concert and Clara
Thompson troupes have been on the
boards before fair houses, except the
latter, on the east side of the river, be-
sides Miss Willard--and Forepaugh
sends word that his big show is coming
to North Dakota. Fargo, however, still
lacks a suitable opera house.
1.-THE public school exercises this week,
closing the school year, have secured
more than usual attention. Under the
administration of Prof. Smith and his
able staff it is believed the school sys-
TEN will compare favorably with that of